Meet the Member: Patrick Ben Hayoun, Real Estate Agent

Patrick Ben Hayoun is a New York City real estate specialist who has lived and worked in this vibrant marketplace for over 25 years. Originally from the south of France, Patrick was initially drawn to New York because he thrives on its energy and vibrancy, and on interacting with people of different cultures. Decades later, he still loves this way of living, and is fully committed to helping his clients find the perfect home here. Patrick does not simply secure you an apartment; he provides valuable guidance throughout the whole process, so you find the place and the location that's right for you.

Established in 1911, Douglas Elliman Real Estate is the largest brokerage in the New York Metropolitan area and the second largest independent residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. With more than 7,000 agents, the company operates approximately 120 offices in New York City, Long Island, The Hamptons, Westchester, Connecticut, New Jersey, Florida, California, Colorado, Texas and Massachusetts. Moreover, Douglas Elliman has a strategic global alliance with London-based Knight Frank Residential for business in the worldwide luxury markets spanning 60 countries and six continents. The company also controls a portfolio of real estate services including Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, Douglas Elliman Property Management and Douglas Elliman Commercial.

Patrick has been an FACC Member for nearly three years now and frequently makes time to attend panel discussions and social networking events. Keep reading to learn more about his interests and areas of expertise.

FACC: Can you share a bit more about the up and coming neighborhoods showing high potential for either buyers or sellers in New York City?

PB: In Manhattan: Harlem, Morningside Heights and Bronx! In Brooklyn: Bushwick, Flatbush, East New York and generally South Slope.

FACC: This year, Amazon announced that they will no longer construct their HQ2 in Queens. Did you observe an “Amazon” effect in the market at the time of the initial announcement and following this new announcement?  

PB: This affected mainly sellers in LIC who thought they will make a significant profit with the high demand of prospective buyers.

FACC: You recently began your role at Douglas Elliman, what do you hope to bring to your clients as a member of this new team?

PB: Correct, the reason I joined DE is because I have a team who now handles both Residential & Commercial sales and rentals.

FACC: What are your personal passions and what motivates you?

PB: I like to play music with my friends when time allows (I’m a drummer and also write electro music) and meet new people.

FACC: The FACC events bring together professionals for networking and learning opportunities. Are there any past events you found particularly insightful and any topics you would like to hear more about it 2019?

My job as a realtor requires that I attend network events to meet new people and FACC seems to be a good partnership for that.

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